Vafa Animal Shelter in Iran

HASHTGERD, IRAN - DECEMBER 12, 2014: Mrs. Afsaneh Zarrin the Administrator of adoption in Vafa shelter is surrounded by dogs upon her arrival at the open air site where most of these homeless dogs are kept and cared for on December 12, 2014 in Hashtgerd, Iran. Founded in 2004, the Vafa Animal Shelter is the first of its kind in Iran which is dedicated to providing help and shelter for injured and homeless animals in Iran. The Vafa shelter is a non-government charity organization relying solely on private donations and volunteers. The shelter is run by a group of devoted volunteers and caring veterinarians who donate their time and services for the well being of these dogs. The shelter is currently home to over 600 dogs. (Photo by Kaveh Kazemi/Getty Images)